Panasonic LZ40 vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic LZ40 versus Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and ZS10 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was brought out 2 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the LZ40 grades against the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic LZ40 has got physical dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the LZ40 compared to the ZS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and ZS10 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ40 and ZS10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to render extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern LZ40 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.